With a partner, write a list of 5 words that mean fat.
Put these words in order from most negative to most positive.
What is denotation? What is connotation?
Guided Practice
Do the first couple questions of the handout together.
Independent Practice
Complete the handout on denotation and connotation.
Coming Up!
Monday, we will meet in the library to set up blogs! If you saved your essay on a thumb drive, make sure to bring it!
Essential Question
How do society's stereotypes and assumptions affect our sense of self worth?Standards
Analyze word choice and how it affects meaning (CCSS RI 12-4)Bellwork
Do Daily Edit #2Mini-Lesson: Denotation and Connotation
With a partner, write a list of 5 words that mean fat.Put these words in order from most negative to most positive.
What is denotation? What is connotation?
Guided Practice
Do the first couple questions of the handout together.Independent Practice
Complete the handout on denotation and connotation.Coming Up!
Monday, we will meet in the library to set up blogs! If you saved your essay on a thumb drive, make sure to bring it!Bring your book on Monday!